Here Are The 5 Best Cities In America To Visit When You’re Traveling Solo

Wanting to explore America but don't have a travel companion who is ready to join in on the journey? No worries! You can totally have the time of your life traveling solo. Traveling alone allows you the opportunity to reflect on your personal interests and needs, grow personally, seeing how you relate to the area and the world without the influence of another, and just feeling comfortable in your own skin. Of course, you'll want to make sure the place of your choosing has the needed elements of safety, accessibility, friendliness, and the activities and attractions you want to experience. Here are 5 cities to visit that meet that criteria:

1. Boulder, Colorado

What's NOT to love about beautiful Boulder? It is such a safe, walkable, and fabulous city to explore.

Boulder features a lively downtown, is home to friendly travelers who love to chat and share about adventures over some live music, wine, or at least a cup of coffee.

2. Red Lodge, Montana

You'll find your hidden rancher here at Red Lodge, where the town answers the call of the wild from days past.

Horseback trails, cattle herding, outdoor sports, and endless hiking opportunities await. The historic, quaint town is filled with Rustic charm and friendly folk.

3. Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Not only is Portsmouth safe, it is considered one of the most pedestrian-friendly cities in the nation.

The waterfront town is known for its amazing food, but its keen comraderie found there as well. Locals and tourists alike congregate at the homey "The Friendly Toast" found here.

4. Santa Fe, New Mexico

Santa Fe is the perfect location to reclaim yourself and find your way. Between hot spring resorts, historical landmarks, incredible food, and unique attractions, you'll have all the cultural infusion you can handle!

Your world will definitely be brighter after visiting here, because Santa Fe is renowned for its bright and cheery colors and festive and friendly people. Whether you want a leisurely or restful time away, you'll find it here!

5. Charleston, South Carolina

It's hard to best a better sunset than this one at Shem Creek.

The famous antebellum homes line up at the area known as Battery Row under a magical sky. Charleston is considered one of the friendliest cities in the country, and solo travelers will likely find themselves quite at home and even making newly-acquired friends.

Have you ever been a solo explorer, and if so, where did you go and what do you think about your experience overall? Would you travel to any of these places unaccompanied, and are there other locations in the U.S. you would add to this list? For related content, here are 16 reasons traveling through the U.S. is better than anywhere else on earth.